Heart Attack
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healthCOVID-19 Vaccine Cuts Heart Attack Risk 38% in Older Veterans, Study Finds
A study of over 1 million US veterans shows the 2024-2025 COVID vaccine reduced major cardiovascular events by 37.7% in those aged 75+, with broad protection against hospitalization and death.
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healthUpdated COVID Vaccines Show Sustained Protection Against Heart Attacks and Strokes
A large VA study confirms the 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccines continue to reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events, particularly for seniors and high-risk patients.
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healthAncient Chinese Practice Shows Promise for Lowering Blood Pressure
A centuries-old Chinese movement technique may lower blood pressure as effectively as some medications.
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worldIranian Nobel Laureate Narges Mohammadi Hospitalized in Critical Condition
Narges Mohammadi's health deteriorates; transferred from prison to hospital after suspected heart attack.
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healthGout Medication Linked to Reduced Heart Attack and Stroke Risk
New research suggests common gout medications like allopurinol may significantly lower the risk of heart attack and stroke in patients.
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healthNative American Woman Survives Widowmaker Heart Attack, Becomes Advocate
After a near-fatal heart attack at 43, a Native American businesswoman and tribal citizen is raising awareness about heart disease prevention in her community.
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healthConsistent Bedtime Slashes Heart Health Risk, New Study Finds
A groundbreaking study reveals that maintaining a regular bedtime, especially for those sleeping under eight hours, significantly reduces the risk of major cardiovascular events like heart attacks and strokes.
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healthRNA Therapy Reverses Heart Attack Damage
Columbia University researchers develop an injectable RNA therapy that repairs heart muscle post-heart attack, reducing scarring and improving function.